Ashford International is a major railway station in Kent and an important international rail gateway between the United Kingdom and continental Europe. The station has dedicated international platforms for high-speed services through the Channel Tunnel and also provides domestic rail connections across Kent and southeast England.
Ashford International: Historical sights and information
Facts about Ashford International
- Latitude:
- 51.143700
- Longitude:
- 0.875500
- GPS Coordinates:
- 51°09' N, 00°53' E
The transport importance of the station
Ashford International is located close to the M20 motorway and is well connected to the wider Kent road network. International high-speed trains provide connections through the Channel Tunnel to destinations in France and Belgium, while domestic services connect Ashford with London and other destinations in southeast England. The station therefore serves both international and regional transport needs.
Travel and connections
Ashford International provides access to Kent and the wider southeast of England as well as international rail journeys to continental Europe. Ashford town centre and the surrounding Kent countryside are easily accessible from the station, while nearby attractions include Leeds Castle, Canterbury and the Kent Downs.
Locations & Tours
Discover famous landmarks, historical sites and tourist attractions in Ashford International.